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Please share a tip on how to cope with thunderstorms & lightning.
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Stay: Stay away from trees as can blow up if hit. Stay indoors. Lie flat if caught in middle &no hiding.
Answered 2/1/2016
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Ignore: Be safe & smart. Know when storms coming. Be home & safe. Heed warnings. Don't take a chance.
Answered 3/1/2016
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Ignore: Have a good flashlight or electric lantern with fresh batteries.
Answered 5/11/2017
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